Braided Pillar Candle Cotton Wick
Uncoated 100% braided cotton wick for pillar and moulded candles, in three sizes covering candles 20mm to 60mm wide. Sold by the metre so you cut it to your mould.
Wickii's braided pillar wick is 100% cotton and uncoated, so it stays soft enough to thread through a mould and pull taut. It is sold by the metre and supplied untabbed, so you cut it to whatever your mould needs.
Use the size guide to match a wick to the width of your finished candle, then pick your length. Sizes run from 20M for slim tapers and votives up to 30M for wide statement pillars.
Product specs
- Best for
- Pillar and moulded candles(not container candles)
- Material
- 100% braided cotton
- Construction
- Flat braided
- Coating
- Uncoated
- Sustainer tab
- Not included
- Sold as
- Cut lengths: 1m, 5m or 50m
- Wax compatibility
- Soy, soy blends, beeswax, palm, paraffin
| Candle Ø | Pillar wick |
|---|---|
| 20 – 35 mm | 20M |
| 35 – 50 mm | 25M |
| 50 – 60 mm | 30M |
Burn diameters are tested in soy wax and are a starting point only. Wax type, fragrance load, dye and mould shape all change how a wick performs, so always test burn before a full batch.
frequently asked
Which wick size do I need?
Match the wick to the width of your finished candle, not to the height of the mould. Use the guide above, and if your candle sits between two sizes, pour one of each and compare the melt pool after a full first burn.
Burn diameters are tested in soy wax and are a starting point. Wax type, fragrance load and dye all shift how a wick performs.
Can I use these in jars and tins?
These are untabbed and uncoated, which suits pillars and moulded candles. For candles poured into a jar or tin, use the pre-tabbed M series cotton wick, which comes crimped to a sustainer tab and ready to centre.
Does it come with a tab?
No. It is sold untabbed so you can cut it to length. To use an offcut in a container candle, crimp a metal wick tab onto the end.
Should I prime the wick first?
Uncoated cotton is soft and flexible, which makes it easy to thread and pull taut. Many makers prime it by dipping in melted wax and letting it set straight, which helps it stand up and light cleanly on the first burn.
How much wick should I buy?
Allow the height of your candle plus about 5cm for trimming and anchoring under the mould. A 1m length covers roughly four to five standard pillars, and the 50m roll is the value option for production runs.
How do I hold the wick in the mould?
Thread it through the base, seal the hole, then pull taut at the top. Mould wick pins keep it centred while the wax sets, and a dab of Stickums anchors the base.
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Wick sizing is a guide only. Always test your specific wax, fragrance load, dye and mould, as the ideal size can shift between recipes.
